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How big is Italy's wine industry?

Italy is the world's largest wine producer, with an industry worth over €14 billion in 2023. This dwarfs the country's tourism sector, which was valued at around €10 billion in the same year. The theft from Marchesi Antinori, a major player, therefore impacts a crucial part of the Italian economy.

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